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Securing Cloud PCs and Azure Virtual Desktop
Securing Cloud PCs and Azure Virtual Desktop

Securing Cloud PCs and Azure Virtual Desktop: Start implementing and optimizing security for Windows 365 and AVD infrastructure

By Dominiek Verham , Johan Vanneuville
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Securing Cloud PCs and Azure Virtual Desktop

Part 1: An Introduction to Microsoft Virtual Desktops

This part of the book provides an introduction to Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop solutions by Microsoft. While both solutions provide the ability to deploy large numbers of virtual desktops, they are different solutions with their own unique advantages, which are highlighted in key topics, such as Windows 365-only features, the editions of Windows 365, and how to license Windows 365 or Azure Virtual Desktop. By the end of this part, you will have gained a comprehensive understanding of Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop and their features.

This part contains the following chapter:

  • Chapter 1, Introducing Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop
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  • Understand the importance of securing your endpoints and overcome security challenges
  • Learn about the latest Microsoft security controls for Windows 365 and AVD
  • Gain an understanding of securing virtual environments through various use cases
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Description

Do you want to effectively implement and maintain secure virtualized systems? This book will give you a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft virtual endpoints, from the fundamentals of Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop to advanced security measures, enabling you to secure, manage, and optimize virtualized environments in line with contemporary cybersecurity challenges. You’ll start with an introduction to Microsoft technologies, gaining a foundational understanding of their capabilities. Next, you’ll delve into the importance of endpoint security, addressing the challenges faced by companies in safeguarding their digital perimeters. This book serves as a practical guide to securing virtual endpoints, covering topics such as network access, data leakage prevention, update management, threat detection, and access control configuration. As you progress, the book offers insights into the nuanced security measures required for Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, and the broader Microsoft Azure infrastructure. The book concludes with real-world use cases, providing practical scenarios for deploying Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop. By the end of this book, you’ll be equipped with practical skills for implementing and evaluating robust endpoint security strategies.

What you will learn

Become familiar with Windows 365 and Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop as a solution Uncover the security implications when company data is stored on an endpoint Understand the security implications of multiple users on an endpoint Get up to speed with network security and identity controls Find out how to prevent data leakage on the endpoint Understand various patching strategies and implementations Discover when and how to use Windows 365 through use cases Explore when and how to use Azure Virtual Desktop through use cases

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Publication date : Jun 28, 2024
Length 396 pages
Edition : 1st Edition
Language : English
ISBN-13 : 9781835460252
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Publication date : Jun 28, 2024
Length 396 pages
Edition : 1st Edition
Language : English
ISBN-13 : 9781835460252
Category :
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Table of Contents

21 Chapters
Preface Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
1. Part 1: An Introduction to Microsoft Virtual Desktops Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
2. Chapter 1: Introducing Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
3. Part 2: Why Is Endpoint Security Important? Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
4. Chapter 2: Importance of Securing Your Desktops Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
5. Chapter 3: Modern Security Risks Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
6. Part 3: Security Controls for W365 and AVD Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
7. Chapter 4: Securing User Sessions Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
8. Chapter 5: Preventing Data Leakage from Desktops Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
9. Chapter 6: Update Management Strategies Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
10. Chapter 7: Threat Detection and Prevention Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
11. Chapter 8: Configuring Access Control Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
12. Part 4: Additional Security Controls per Solution Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
13. Chapter 9: Securing Windows 365 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
14. Chapter 10: Securing Azure Virtual Desktop Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
15. Chapter 11: Securing Azure Infrastructure Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
16. Part 5: Use Cases Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
17. Chapter 12: Windows 365 Use Cases Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
18. Chapter 13: Azure Virtual Desktop Use Cases Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
19. Index Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
20. Other Books You May Enjoy Chevron down icon Chevron up icon

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